The Masterlink - October 2014

A publication supporting the rights, safety and freedom of all motorcyclists through education and legislation

October 2014

VOLUME XXIII, ISSUE V

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Hello everybody, I'm back with another report.

As you are reading this in Oct., I left for Meeting of the Minds in Kansas City, Mo. on 23 Sept and will be bringing back as much knowledge and information as I can. And of course have a great time meeting new people. I will share all that with you in the next issue.

We are still gathering information on street light and left turn arrows that are not tripped by motorcycles.

Now for my rant, I would like to correct a miss conception. I have heard too often that ABATE is for Harley riders. Well that just isn't true, it's for all motorcyclist no matter what you ride.

Whether you ride a metric or an American bike we are fighting for your rights to ride without being harassed by law enforcement for no reason or being forced by those that don't ride to wear a helmet, or being told by the government that you can't work on your own motorcycle or put after market parts on your bike. These things are already happening in other states If we do not want that kind of crap forced upon us

we all need to stand up and be counted.

You ask how can you do that.

Well it's simple join one of the State Motorcycle Right Organizations (SMRO). You have your choice of two for Independent riders A.B.A.T.E. of Az. (the American Brotherhood Aimed Towards Education) or the M.M.A. (the Modified Motorcycle Association).

Please join one of these groups because right too few people are carrying the load for everybody that rides, We need your help.

As always keep the shiny side up and the rubber side down and watch out for cars that aren't looking out for you.

With Much Love and Respect V.M.Grady Designated Lobbyist for ABATE of Az.

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Mission Statement

We will lobby and educate the government and the general public to promote

motorcycling in a safe and positive image.

We will endeavor to enlist the cooperation and participation of all organizations and individuals who share

a similar interest in preserving our American tradition of

FREEDOM.

We will involve ourselves in fund raising to achieve our goal.

President’s Report

State Officer Meeting Minutes

A quorum was not met, so a meeting was not held

Board of Directors Meeting Minutes

A quorum was not met, so a meeting was not held

News from the Net

Devine Joins S&S Cycle as Vice President of Sales

S&S Cycle is pleased to announce they have added Paul Devine to their management team as Vice President of Sales.

Steve Iggens, President of S&S Cycles says, “Paul brings a wealth of experience and the skill-set required to keep S&S Cycle moving forward and to maintain our leadership position in the v-twin high performance market.”

Hello Fellow Freedom Fighters!

Everyone that lives in the Valley O’ the Sun is looking forward to temperatures dropping below 100 soon! There are so many motorcycle events in the fall, you can’t possibly do them all. Please consider supporting A.B.A.T.E. of Arizona events when you can. October 4th is East Valley Chapter’s 13th Annual HARD ASS RUN, October 18th is High Country Chapter’s Chili Cook Off in Star Valley. (FMI, see flyers in this issue) ACMC’s Riot on the River (ROTR) campout/fundraiser will be held October 17-19th at Winkleman Park.

Too Broke For Sturgis 2014 was only successful for us because of the 30+ motorcycle clubs and riding associations that attended. PLEASE show mutual support by attending Riot on the River. Like Too Broke is for us, ROTR is their once a year fund-raiser.

A.B.A.T.E.’s Annual membership meeting & Board of Directors elections are Saturday, November 1st, 11am-3pm at the Arizona American Italian Club, where the A.B.A.T.E. Phoenix office is located. We will have a guest speaker, bike games, kids games, silent auction, plus A.B.A.T.E. and TBFS merchandise for sale. We’re looking for donations for the auction.

Please get them to your B.O.D. rep or Jean Cooper. (See flyer in this issue.)

Your 2015-2016 B.O.D. election ballot is in this issue. You may cut it out and mail it in, or give it to your B.O.D. rep at the next chapter meeting to hand deliver, or bring it yourself to the Annual membership meeting/BOD elections. Additional copies will be available at the annual meeting.

Chapter officer elections are to be held during the 4th quarter of the year.

Consider taking an officer position.

They’re only one-year positions.

Volunteerism and its’ results are what YOU make it. Some put a lot of effort

into it, others put in a little. What’s important is that we ALL make SOME effort, or we will lose our rights without a fight. I know there are some officers out there that are burnt out. Please don’t abuse your volunteer officers.

Give ‘em a break and step up to the plate! It truly is rewarding and a great way to meet new people.

The Too Broke For Sturgis committee is already working on TBFS 2015. We are currently accepting volunteer members onto the TBFS committee.

Volunteers should expect to attend monthly meetings (Wed./Thu. nights) at the A.B.A.T.E. Phoenix office, and work during the event. Interested members, please contact Mike Schneider, A.B.A.T.E. State Vice President and TBFS Committee chairman at mike@squarepegpromos.com

The Motorcycle Riders Foundation (MRF) is hosting Meeting of the Minds Sept. 25-28, 2014 in Kansas City, MO. I’m proud to say that four (4) A.B.A.T.E. State Officers will be attending, and a new member from East Valley Chapter. Like so many other non-profit orgs, The MRF is struggling financially right now and implementing austerity measures to keep afloat. Any financial assistance you can give will be appreciated. At minimum, maintain a membership with the MRF. www.mrf.org

I was fortunate to be able to take a week of vacation in September. My partner Smiley and I rode our motorcycles to Sturgis, SD. Yea, I know the rally was in August. We’re not much for 500,000+ crowds. The first week of September was the perfect time to go, because they got snow the second week of September in South Dakota, Montana and Wyoming! The weather around Sturgis is crazy. It changes drastically day-to-day and even hour-tohour.

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Paul started riding motorcycles at age eight and is a self-proclaimed fanatic having logged over a hundred thousand miles. Over the years, Paul has held leadership positions in numerous wellknown companies including HarleyDavidson Motor Company®, Buell, and SuckerPunch Sally’s.

“I couldn’t be more excited to join the S&S team. As a rider and powersports professional, it’s a dream come true. I am blown away by the company’s 56 year history of innovation, its talented and dedicated team, and the unsurpassed quality of its products. Over the coming months, I look forward to meeting our customers, dealers, and distributors.

With their help, we will work to expand the S&S brand and spread the message of Proven Performance industry wide.”

Without pause, Paul adds “I especially love that S&S Cycle is located in Viola, WI. This area has some of the best riding roads and scenery in the world!“ In partnering with the S&S dealer network, distributors, and those with their hands on the throttle, Paul is excited by future growth opportunities. “We want to re-energize our markets and advance awareness for the excellent value proposition that is S&S Cycle. There is a reason we are at the forefront. Every day we set out to exceed our reputation and to earn your trust. You’ll never go wrong when you insist on the best!” =========================

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2014 Cannonball Motorcycle Endurance Run

The 2014 Cannonball Run is an endurance test of motorcycles built prior to 1937 that started at the Daytona Beach Resort in Daytona Beach Florida on September 5th. The riders started to assemble on the beach at 8:30 AM for a group photo. They started the 3,938 mile ride to Tacoma Washington at 10:00AM and are scheduled to arrive there on September 21st.

The Run was started in 2010 and is held every other year so the 2010 and 2012 events are in the books and the 2014 ride is making history as well. Taken from the official Cannonball website are the RULES of the Ride:

These machines are old and most are very rare. A lot of these early bikes would not be on the road today were it not for new parts. In a lot of cases only the motor survived to be resurrected into its former self. As long as the engine in your machine is original then its eligible to run for the prize. Any reproduction chassis or parts should be as they were originally.

BRAKES........We are all aware that 100 years ago brakes were not that good. If in any way you can improve your braking ability, to the point of even adding a front brake, then it is highly recommended.

CARBS AND MAGS......The original carbs, whether modified or updated some, need to be used, spares allowed.

If your magneto isn't rebuilt you should consider it. We want each bike to use it's intended ignition source, spares allowed.

THE TIRES........Well, the tires are very important. The argument for or against the safety of clincher tires has long been a debate. If you don't want to run clincher rims and tires, then you don't have to. Spares allowed.

LICENSE AND REGISTRATION.........

Each machine, like any other motorcycle on the road, will need to be registered and licensed. The rider also needs to have auto liability insurance as well as a drivers license.

Riders come from all over the world to be part of this, they have support teams and fans I do know some of the people riding like the Team American Iron made up of Buzz Kanter, Chris Sommer Simmons, Pat Simmons and Paul Ousey.

Some of the people following the riders are Michael Lichter who will also be photographing the event. Others report-

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ing will include but not limited to Felicia Morgan and Bean’re and there is also Vickie Sanfelipo of Accident Scene Management who is a nurse. This is the first time to my knowledge that there was a nurse as part of the ride.

There are many other riders and people taking part in this adventure and more information about who they are as well as other information can be found on the official Cannonball website http://www.motorcyclecannonball.com/ -

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Valerie Thompson Enters 200 MPH Club

Motorcycle racer and team owner, Valerie Thompson, set her 7th land speed record on her CTEK sponsored BMW S 1000 RR during the Utah Salt Flats Racing

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Association’s 28th Annual World of Speed event September 6 -9 at the Bonneville Salt Flats in Wendover Utah.

Thompson has been in Utah for a month to compete in the three most prestigious land speed racing events held at the famed Salt Flats, including Speed Week, the Bonneville Motorcycle Speed Trials and World of Speed. Speed Week was canceled due to heavy rains. Weather and track conditions during the Motorcycle Speed Trials prevented Thompson from setting a new record despite making a strong 203.77 mph pass.

Thompson’s patience paid off during the World of Speed event where her BMW Double R was fast right out of the trailer.

Six out of eight of Thompson’s passes were over 200 mph. On her last run of the event, Thompson enjoyed her best speed on the salt with a first pass at

209.85 mph and a return run of 207.71 mph, setting a new MPS-G 1000 record at 208.81 mph. The new record earned Thompson life- time membership in the prestigious Red Hat Club, recognizing her 200+ mph performance.

“I’ve wanted the 200 MPH Club Red Hat since I started racing on the salt, so it’s an awesome achievement for me. I can’t thank my team enough for their outstanding fight to the end. Ray Garcia did an incredible job of making all the right calls on the bike’s set up. Now I can focus on setting more records and going faster with the Red Hat,” added an ecstatic Thompson.

According to USFRA secretary, Ellen Wilkinson, more than 150 teams pre-registered for the event, which was cancelled last year due to rain. “This was my first time racing at an USFRA sanctioned

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event and I was very impressed.

Everything went smooth and we got a lot of runs in. I can’t wait to come back next year,” said Thompson.

After a month in Utah, Thompson will return to her home in Arizona for a threeday special appearance at Johnson’s Material Supply in Mesa for Drumcutters Demo Days, where she will go from breaking records to breaking rock with a heavy-duty CAT excavator demonstration. ===========================

‘I am Evil Knievel’ Premieres September 10

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Chapter Reports

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East Valley Chapter

On Sunday, August 24, 2014, East Valley members gathered at the FOE building in Mesa. Headed by Joe, the meeting went well as we reported on and discussed chapter business. East Valley Chapter is proud to be able to help support sending Jim Silk and Dawn Steed to Meeting of the Minds.

Welcome guest - Steve “MUSKRAT” Musgrave - gave an excellent and informative presentation on Aid To Injured Motorcyclists. The East Valley sincerely appreciates Muskrat’s expertise and service to the motorcycling community.

After our meeting, we rode to East Mesa Bowl for our annual Biker Bowl. We had a blast. The friendly competition and camaraderie made for a fun and memorable time.

Please don’t forget to come out to support and enjoy the annual Hard Ass Run, set to be held on Saturday, October 4th, beginning at What The Hell Bar and Grill in Mesa. Registration is between 7 and 9 am.

On behalf of the East Valley Chapter of ABATE of AZ, I wish you all safe and enjoyable riding.

All the best, Larry Keim COMMS, VC, PAC

High Country Chapter

Hello brothers and sisters.

At our last meeting we discussed our up coming elections. I'm hoping that our members step up and get involved.

Perhaps even taking on an officers position themselves. New faces with new ideas are always helpful.

We also continued talking about our plans for the Chilli Cook Off, which is coming up Oct. 18th at The Spur Bar in Star Valley. The Spur is adding an extra $100 to the prize for the winning chilli. So if you make a mean chilli come on up and join in the fun.

Labor Day weekend many of us went to

Honoring the 40th anniversary of Evel Knievel’s Snake River Canyon jump, Spike TV presents a revealing look at America’s most infamous daredevil, Evel Knievel, in the original Spike TV documentary “I Am Evel Knievel.” The 90minute special will premiere on Spike TV Wednesday, September 10 at 11:00pm ET/PT. “I Am Evel Knievel” combines original

NCOM BIKER NEWSBYTES Compiled & Edited by Bill Bish, National Coalition of Motorcyclists (NCOM)

CONGRESS EXTENDS HIGHWAY TRUST FUND Acting hours before the government was set to cut payments to states for highway and mass-transit projects, Congress engineered a $10.8 billion short-term funding patch to keep the Highway Trust Fund solvent through next May.

Following several delays, the Senate approved a House-drafted highway bill just ahead of a midnight August 1st deadline to keep federal money flowing even though the HTF has nearly exhausted its reserves because fuel taxes haven't kept up with spending. The federal gas tax of 18.4 cents a gallon, which helps finance the trust fund, has remained unchanged since

M.M.A.'s Camp N Jam. They put on a good event. Everyone seemed to be having a great time partying, dancing and playing in the people and bike games. I got into a few of the activities and really had fun.

I would like to ask you all to keep a brother of mine in your hearts and prayers. Bruce Knight was involved in a severe motorcycle accident due to deer on the road, while he was leaving the event. He has had several operations and will require several more.

While riding in the High Country just be mindful of our wildlife population. You don't want to meet them by accident. I can't stress that enough.

Our High Country Chapter meetings are held on the third Sunday of every month, 10:00am at the Moose Lodge in Star Valley. I invite you all to join us.

Breakfast is served across the street at The Spur Bar at 8:30 hope to see you there.

Keep wind in your face, sun on your back. fuel in the tank, and rubber on the road.

Wayne Slocum Coordinator, H.C.C. ABATE

Phoenix/Shadow Mountain Chapter

Our meeting was called to order at 11::50 on Sunday Sept 14.

Our Phoenix Shadow Mountain membership continues to climb. We had 2 new member signups, at the meeting. Scott Gibbons and his Spouse and Howard Rudd.

The fight for anti-profiling legislation is still ongoing. Although the profiling language has been f\removed from the police training manual, for now there is still no law preventing it.

The chapter voted to hold our BOD election at the October meeting to be prepared for the upcoming election rally being held Nov 1.

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Our annual Moon Mullins Ride will be held on Oct 11. It will be starting at the Maverick Saloon on 19th Ave., just north of Hatcher. Registration starts at 4:00 PM kickstands up around 5:30.

Our next meeting will be held on Oct 12th. Breakfast is served at 10:00.

Meeting starts 10:30.

Steve Palmer Phoenix-Shadow Mountain ABATE Communications Officer

Southern Arizona Chapter

We do have our meeting on that Saturday so anyone wishing to ride up after the meeting let us know.

Safety Officer Jim De Young was not able to attend the meeting this month but sent his report on CPR “Must You Do It” which was very informative and brought up a lot of very interesting points for discussion.

We encourage all ABATE members to become more active and to join the MRF and AMA to stay on top of national issue that affect all riders. Also when talking to prospective members, remember that there is a Club membership available that includes 5 memberships.

The meeting was adjourned at 9:55 AM. Next meeting will be September 20th, 2014 at the same time and place as normal. Our October meeting is scheduled for Oct. 18th.

Anyone who is not getting emails from the Chapter to please send your email address to abateofazsac@yahoo.com.

There is also a group page at Yahoo Groups. All Chapter members can sign up there and receive all emails from the Chapter through the group.

It is abateofazsac@yahoogroups.com.

We are trying to save the Chapter some money by cutting down on postage.

Please make sure the State Membership Officer has all your current information as well, this includes phone numbers, email addresses, address changes etc. You can email her at membershipofficer@abateofaz.org.

News from the Net (continued)

exclusive interviews with archival footage of this larger-than-life character to tell Knievel’s incredible story. Featured interviews include Matthew McConaughey, Kid Rock, Michelle Rodriguez, Guy Fieri, Robbie Maddison, and family members including sons Kelly and Robbie, and former wives Linda Knievel and Krystal Kennedy-Knievel. Lathan McKay, owner of the world’s largest collection of Evel Knievel memorabilia, is

also featured.

“My dad proceeded through life as if limitations of his own imagination, courage and abilities did not exist – it was really something to grow up with,” stated Kelly Knievel.

“When Evel hit the ground hard, he hit the bull’s eye in an America that was hungry for heroes, hungry for men who

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1993, and drivers have increasingly turned to more fuel-efficient cars and highermileage motorcycles.

But the issue is far from resolved, as lawmakers failed to reach a long-term solution to pay for federally funded transportation projects and gives President Barack Obama occasion to promote his ideal transportation measure; the “GROW AMERICA Act”; a $302 billion four-year surface transportation reauthorization proposal which happens to include a push for mandatory motorcycle helmet laws nationwide:

“Title IV — Highway And Motor Vehicle Safety,” SEC. 4004: Amendment to Motorcyclist Safety Grant Criteria, the GROW AMERICA Act would amend Section 405(f) of title 23, United States Code by inserting the following: “SUPPORT ACTIVITY — The (Transportation)

Secretary or the Secretary’s designee may engage in activities with States and State legislators to consider proposals related to motorcycle helmet use laws.”

While the temporary fix will kick the debate into next year, after the November elections and the swearing in of a new Congress, don’t wait to contact your Senators and Representatives to let them know where you stand!

SELF-DRIVING CARS JUST AROUND THE CORNER Cars that drive themselves are almost here. They’ll be for sale in 2020, if not earlier. “Prototypes have shown that the technology works," according to The Kiplinger Letter, a business bulletin passed along to NCOM by A.I.M. Attorney Ralph C. Buss, “and major automakers are racing to commercialize it.”

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Yavapai Chapter

The Yavapai Chapter of Abate of AZ needs Officers and volunteers. At-Large, Flagstaff, and Mohave Abate Members are all welcome. Point of contact is Paul Pendergast, Vice Coordinator via email or text during the day, phone in the evening after 7PM only at 602-818-3312.

Elections are in November but this is a call to action now for assistance. These positions will be interim until November Elections. FMI, contact Paul Pendergast at wizbangpaul@yahoo.com

Yuma Chapter

The Yuma chapter met on Sep 9th at 6:30 pm at Frank’s restaurant to conduct our monthly business meeting. The meeting was called to order, guests were introduced, and normal reports were addressed. Thom Mango was elected as the new Yuma Chapter Pac Officer. The Yuma chapter is looking at items to raffle in order to make some money for our chapter in May, which is motorcycle month.

Upcoming events and rides:

AZMC RIOT on the River, Oct 17 – 19, 2014 Sons Of Hell MC Yuma Charity Run, October 11, 2014

Sons Of Hell MC Yuma Halloween Party, Oct 24, 2014 HOG Breast Cancer Run Oct 25, 2014

The Yuma ABATE chapter meets the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 pm.

The next meeting will be held at Frank’s restaurant located at 2951 South 4th Ave. Yuma, AZ 85364. We would love to see you there.

For the love of freedom, Pastor D Communications Officer Yuma ABATE Chapter

scoffed at danger and walked away from death,” said Director/Producer Derik Murray. “Evel Knievel was the first, the original, the craziest daredevil that ever lived. He did it on heavier bikes, and he did it without the technology and experience that comes with today’s action sports heroes.”

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The shift to “autonomy” has already begun. Cameras, radar sensors and tiny computers let a growing number of new models park themselves, brake automatically, or take the wheel when drivers stray from their lanes. Think of it as cruise control that navigates, and never gets tired or distracted.

Automakers are just getting started…advances likely in the next few years: brighter headlights that’ll double as sensors to gauge following distances and detect obstacles ahead; software with artificial intelligence to control the car and anticipate other drivers’ actions; new cameras capable of “seeing” lane dividers through snow or fog.

Though fatalities are on the decline, 30,000 people still die in accidents each year, mostly caused by human error.

MASTERLINK OCTOBER 2014 While not foolproof, safety advocates believe electronics and software can slash accident rates, and fewer accidents and less damage will lead to lower insurance premiums.

Traffic experts also predict an economic boon, as autopilot software lifts productivity by allowing workers to do more while commuting, can keep older workers on the job longer, and lets more people work farther away by making long commutes less tedious as the car does most of the driving and coordinates with other self-driving cars to avoid traffic jams even in congested environments.

Lest motorcyclists feel left out of the mix, Google recently requested permission in California to test riderless motorcycles on public roads. A prototype motorcycle that balances and steers without a rider has already been built by Google engineers.

SPLITTING CONTROVERSY California is the only state in the nation that does not outlaw the practice of lanesplitting, in which motorcyclists use the space between lanes when traffic is slow or has stopped. Though not “legal,” neither is the practice illegal, and until now the California Department of Motor

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Vehicles and the California Highway Patrol were encouraging riders to do it safely and recently even published online guidelines for safe tactics to minimize the risk of accident.

But now the CHP has come under fire from a state employee who charged the police agency had exceeded its authority by recommending lane splitting. The Office of Administrative Law agreed, and told the CHP to take down the guidelines, now removed since July 7th.

Since the CHP’s decision to remove the guidelines, motorcycle safety experts and motorcycling organizations have stepped up to voice their concerns about the future of lane-splitting, which supporters contend decreases traffic and helps motorcyclists’ avoid overheating, and increases rider safety by reducing the number of accidents involving motorcycles hit from behind while stuck in traffic jams.

AUSTRALIAN “BIKIES” SCORE TAXPAYER-FUNDED WAR CHEST Queensland ‘bikies’ will have nearly $180,000 in taxpayer money to fight the state’s tough criminal motorcycle gang laws after a landmark High Court decision ordering the South Australian government

to pay the Mongols MC $178,000 in legal costs after losing a high-profile court battle four years ago to banish gangs from its borders.

Bikie sources told the Gold Coast Bulletin that the money would be tipped straight into the bid to challenge the Vicious and Lawless Association Disestablishment laws pushed through by the Newman Gov’t. After covering legal bills, any remainder would go into a “fighting fund” to challenge similar laws being used in Queensland and NSW. In 2010, SA’s so-called “bikie gangs” -including the Finks, who later became the Mongols -- formed a united front to challenge the state’s anti-association laws in the High Court.

The High Court ruled the laws obliged the state’s courts to impose control orders on bikies at the request of the AttorneyGeneral and police, without any evidence.

It dubbed the legislation “constitutionally repugnant” and said it undermined the independence of judges and forced them to find guilt “based on assumptions.”

MOTORBIKERS IN NORTH KOREA ORDERED TO PARK TO SAVE FUEL

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PAGE 5 It is no secret that North Korea suffers chronic shortages of fuel, but now the scarcity has claimed a new class of victims: motorbike riders. Following a drop in oil imports from China, North Korean authorities have cracked down on private motorbike use in order to conserve fuel for military and government officials.

The new restrictions come just as motorbikes have been emerging as the next stage in the evolution of vehicular transport in North Korea, much as they had in other parts of Asia decades ago.

Motorcycle ownership is widely considered a status symbol in North Korea, where most people still travel on foot.

Many motorbike owners supplement their income by using them as taxis.

The restrictions could not be independently verified and have not been reported in North Korea’s own state-run press, but the DailyNK website specializing in North Korean news said the restrictions ban private motorbike use except in the morning commute and at night, and that violators risked confiscation of their vehicles.

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*Are you thankful you no longer have to along with an events section to inform you of emission test your motorcycle? up-coming motorcycle runs and events.

ABATE Of Arizona, Inc. is a non-prof- *Do you like the choice to wear a helmet or it motorcycle rights organization that is not? dedicated to freedom of the road for all *Do you like noise ordinances? motorcyclists.

The Motorcycle Rights Organizations in Arizona are run by volunteers. Anyone that does volunteer gives their time freely to fight the fight. Please help us to pass on our ability *Do you like the ability to modify your to ride free.

ABATE is a volunteer organization that motorcycle? fights discriminatory legislation aimed towards the motorcycling community. *Do you know that there are dollars avail- Benefits Of Membership able for motorcycle safety and awareness? Individuals ·ABATE membership card ABATE's position is that all motorcy- Please help the Motorcycle Rights ·ABATE patch on first year cle riders have the right to choose not Organizations in Arizona to prevent our ·Year pins thereafter only the machine that they ride, but also Governments from restricting our ability to ·One year subscription to the MasterLink the riding gear that they choose to wear ride free. With your help, we can fight our newsletter or not to wear, (i.e. leathers, gloves, National-level battles with the EPA and ·Lifetime members get all that without the boots and helmets.)

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ABATE OF ARIZONA LOCAL CHAPTERS

A.B.A.T.E. BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND OFFICERS FOR 2014 - 2015

Chairman..............................Sean Pinder

East Valley………………….Jack Batty High Country........................Billy Hensler Phx / Shadow Mountain…...Clyde Brooks Southern AZ.........................Sean Pinder Yavapai……………………..Deborah Butitta Yuma....……………………..Rick Breadwell

Quarterly Board meetings are held on the first Sunday in January, April, July and October at 1:00pm @ the AZ American-Italian Club, 7509 N. 12th St, Phoenix. Please make sure your Chapter has representation.

A.B.A.T.E. State Officers For 2014

President………..............……Mary K Donnay Vice President.....……………Mike Schneider Secretary……………………Jean Cooper Treasurer…………………….Matt Brown Membership…………………Tina Benoit Run/Events………………….Vacant Safety Coordinator………….Jim Silk Sergeant-at-Arms……………Vic Grady P.A.C………………………...Lynda ‘Handi’ Barnett Communications…………….Charity Stuart Designated Lobbyist...............Vic Grady ABATE Products……………Vacant MasterLink Editor................ Eric Hampton TheMasterlink@abateofaz.org Office phone: 480-256-9237

www.abateofaz.org and www.toobrokeforsturgis.com

Mailing address 7509 N. 12th St, #200, Phoenix, AZ 85020. State Officers meetings are held the 1st Sunday of every month, 10:30 am at the AZ American Italian Club, 7509 N. 12th Street Phoenix, AZ.- OR in conjunction with the quarterly BOD meeting.

East Valley Chapter

c/o Jim Silk, 5722 E. Garnet Circle, Mesa, AZ 85206 Coordinator............................Joe Ferrucci Vice Coordinator...................Larry Keim Secretary................................Jack Batty Treasurer................................Vacant Membership...........................Mike Shearhart Run Coordinator....................Vacant Safety Coordinator.................Jim Silk Sgt. At Arms..........................Richard Dalton P.A.C......................................Larry Keim Communications....................Larry Keim Merchandise........................... Vacant

EAST VALLEY CHAPTER meetings are held the 4th Sunday of the month at 11:00 a.m. at Fraternal Order of Eagles (F.O.E.) 1712 W. Broadway Road, Mesa AZ 85202 FMI contact Joe Ferrucci at 480-295-9488

Even before the new restrictions on motorbikes, riders faced hazards peculiar to North Korea’s authoritarian system -long-distance travel permit requirements, decrepit roads, an unpredictable blackmarket for gasoline and petty corruption among the police including stopping motorbikers just to extort their gasoline.

BOOBYTRAPS FOUND ON OFFROAD TRAILS Federal authorities in Arizona are warning off-highway-vehicle riders to be wary of trails in the Coconino National Forest near Happy Jack, Ariz., where trail riders have reported the tires of their all-terrain vehicles and off-road motorcycles were punctured by rebar spikes, sharpened and partially buried in trails heavily used by responsible enthusiasts and their families.

No injuries have been reported, but the sabotage endangers riders, hikers and even animals.

"The end of the rebar has been flattened and sharpened to a point, and the exposed point has been painted to blend in with the road surface," Mogollon Rim District Ranger Linda Wadleigh said in a statement. The rebar was placed in areas frequented by off-highway vehicles, but "The objects pose a serious threat to everyone, and that doesn't just mean people recreating on a motorcycle or OHV, it includes people walking, hiking and even wildlife. We are taking this very seriously and asking the public to keep an eye out and report suspicious activity in the area."

High Country Chapter

209A E. Juniper St. Payson AZ 85541 Coordinator............................Wayne Slocum Vice Coordinator...................Billy Hensler Secretary................................Dee Schultz Treasurer...............................Debra Beda Membership...........................Debra Beda Run Coordinator....................Debbie Smith Safety Coordinator.................Steve Leonard Sgt. At Arms.........................Ray Martinez P.A.C.....................................Mark “Griz” Matthews Communications...................Mark “Griz” Matthews Merchandise..........................Jillian Hawkins

High Country Chapter meetings are held on the 3rd Sunday at 10 a.m. at The Moose Lodge in Star Valley. Contact: azoutlaw66@hotmail.com

Phoenix-Shadow Mountain Chapter

P.O. Box 54041 Phoenix, AZ 85078-4041 Coordinator...........................Vic Grady Vice Coordinator....................John ‘Johnny D’ Dreyfus Secretary................................Jean Cooper Treasurer................................Tina Benoit Membership...........................Deb Costa Run Coordinator....................Pat ‘Troll’ Tyrell Safety Coordinator.................Ernie Lizarraga Sgt. At Arms..........................Joel ‘JR’ Rosen P.A.C......................................John ‘Johnny D’ Dreyfus Communications....................Steve Palmer Merchandise...........................Sandy Hassinger

Phoenix/Shadow Mountain meetings are held on the 2nd Sunday of each month at 10:30am at the AZ American Italian Club, 7509 N. 12th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85020. FMI contact Vic Grady at 602-300-4115 or email hellfireguitarphx@hotmail.com

Southern Arizona Chapter

6888 N De Chelly Loop Tucson, AZ 85741 Coordinator............................Jim Butsback Vice Coordinator....................Don Boule Secretary................................Deborah Strong Treasurer................................Dawn Detelj Membership...........................Art Burke Run Coordinator....................Vacant Safety Coordinator.................Jim DeYoung Sgt. At Arms.........................Robert Guenther P.A.C......................................Sean Pinder Communications....................Vacant Merchandise...........................Vacant

The Southern Arizona Chapter will meet the third Saturday. We will gather at the Kettle Restaurant, 748 W. 22nd St, Tucson. Breakfast will be available at 7:30 a.m. with the meeting beginning at 9 a.m. FMI contact Jim Butsback by phone at 520247-3051 or email abateofazsac@yahoo.com

Yavapai Chapter

P.O. Box 11319 Prescott, AZ 86304 Coordinator............................ OPEN Vice Coordinator....................Paul Pendergast Secretary................................ OPEN Treasurer................................ OPEN Membership........................... Dave ‘Chino’ Pinney Run Coordinator......................“Longhair James” Venegas Safety Coordinator..................Dan “44Dan” Lemond Sgt. At Arms...........................OPEN P.A.C...................................... OPEN Communications.................... OPEN Merchandise...........................OPEN

Yavapai Chapter Meets 2nd Sunday, 11:00 AM; Barefoot Bob's Billiards, 8367 E Pecos Dr., Prescott Valley, Az. FMI, contact Paul Pendergast at wizbangpaul@yahoo.com

Yuma Chapter

11316 S. Glenwood Ave. Yuma, AZ 85367 Coordinator............................ Frank White Vice Coordinator....................Daniel Medina Secretary................................ Mikkie Melanson Treasurer................................ Virginia Nielsen Membership........................... Daniel Aldridge Run Coordinator.....................Jerry Allison Safety Coordinator..................Ray “PeeWee” Grier Sgt. At Arms...........................Terry “Gunner” Langworty P.A.C...................................... Gilbert Hernandez Communications.................... Vacant Merchandise...........................Lisala White

Yuma Chapter meets the second Tuesday evening monthly at 6:30 PM at the IHOP located at 575 East 16th Street Yuma, AZ 85365. For additional information contact Frank White (Hound) at 209327-0814.

EDITOR’S NOTE:

If any of the Officers are listed here incorrectly, please send corrections to: TheMasterlink@abateofaz.org I will be sure everything is accurate for the next Issue and on the web site.

Coast to Coast (continued)

In related news, vandals have placed spiked strips along trails in Colorado in the Pike National Forest, burying the devices along trails used by off-road enthusiasts to cause flat tires and immobilize off-highway vehicles.

Anyone with information is urged to call the Forest Service Law Enforcement Tip Line at (303) 275-5266.

STURGIS HALL OF FAME CLASS OF 2014 The Sturgis Motorcycle Hall of Fame is designed to recognize individuals or groups who have made a long term positive impact on the motorcycle community, and The Freedom Fighters Hall of Fame recognizes the commitment and sacrifices individuals across the nation, and world, have made to protect the rights of motorcyclists.

For 2014, Deb “Tiger” Chandler was recently inducted into the Freedom Fighters HoF in ceremonies held August 6th at The Lodge in Deadwood during Sturgis Bike Week: “In partnership with the Colorado Confederation of Clubs (CCOC), she assumed the role of Colorado Commander of the Coalition of Independent Riders – a registration of independent riders. Tiger has worked tirelessly through the state legislature to address issues of importance to motorcyclists in Colorado including funding for beginning rider training and alcohol interlocking devices for motorcycles. She has also been instrumental in implementing a Biker Day at the Capital in Colorado as a

means of opening dialog between bikers and legislators.”

In addition, six others were named to the Sturgis Motorcycle Hall of Fame: Clyde Fessler of Harley-Davidson, Jesse Jurrens of Legend Suspensions, daredevil Jay “Lightnin’” Bentley, bike-builder Keith Terry of Baggster LLC, drag racer Bonnie Truett of Truett and Osborn, and custom builder Paul Yaffe of Bagger Nation.

WEIRD NEWS: TEEN FAKES ROBBERY TO BUY MOTORCYCLE The desire to own a motorcycle drove a minor to stage an armed robbery and even inflict wounds on himself to make it look convincing. The Pune Cantonment police in India detained a 17-year-old boy for stealing Rs 1.27 lakh from his employer and later staging an armed robbery.

Investigations revealed that the minor staged the robbery as he wanted to buy a motorcycle. A police inspector said the boy was working in Sankla's travel agency. "On Saturday morning, Sankla gave the boy Rs 1.27 lakh and told him to deposit the money in the bank. However, the boy returned after some time with torn clothes and cuts on his wrists. He told (owner) Sankla that some unidentified persons stopped him while he was on his way to the bank, attacked him and snatched the cash from him before fleeing."

The proprietor rushed to the police station

with the boy, where the inspector later noted: "I became suspicious as the cuts on the boy's wrists looked self-inflicted.

Moreover, he was unable to give proper description of the robbers. We then detained the boy and during sustained interrogation, he admitted that he had staged the robbery because the boy said he wanted to buy a motorcycle and, therefore, hatched the plot."

THE TALIBAN ENDORSES HONDA Taliban-published Azan magazine is quick to condemn America, but loves the Honda CG125. They say there’s no such thing as bad publicity, but Honda can’t be too pleased with the rave review it received from “Azan,” a quarterly magazine published by the Taliban.

An English-language publication, “Azan” is radical propaganda intended to recruit disillusioned Muslims. The cover story for its third issue dealt with how to leave your life behind to join in the Jihad against the West, but buried in the pages of the issue was a full page spread titled “Steeds of War” that highlights the virtues of Honda’s CG125 as a vehicle of choice for the Mujahideen.

“All Praise is due to Allah Who has made the Crusaders flee with a humilating defeat at the hands of the Mujahideen who have so little resources compared to them. We, the Mujahidin, have won the war with HONDA 125s valued at around $700,” the magazine boasts.

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Alexander Flight-Line Yuma 928-314-3400

ABATE of Arizona Business Members CCA Scottsdale 480-985-6764

Cleopatra Hill Jerome 928-634-6701

AZ Differential Specialists Phoenix 602-462-5367

Coyote Auto Payson 928-472-1100

Big Sky Motorcycles Tucson 520-886-7388

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Barefoot Bob’s Billiards Prescott Valley 928-759-9590

Bill Alexander Flight-Line Mazda Yuma, AZ (928) 314-3400

Bob’s House of Hair Marana 520-797-6566

Breyer Law Offices, P.C. Phoenix 480-505-2160

Brown & Little, P.L.C., Attorneys at Law 480-299-2093

Buchanan Construction 928-978-3291

Buffalo Bar & Grill Payson 928-474-3900

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D.A. Dailey Construction 928-978-6420

Distant Peaks Inc. Anthem 623-551-9467

Eclectic Café Tucson 520-885-2842

El Rancho Restaurant Payson 928-474-3111

Evil Twin Custom Cycles Mesa 480-784-0040

Greater Payson Moose Lodge #852 Payson 928-474-6212

Herman’s Automatic Transmissions Tucson 520-294-8717

Jakes Corner Bar Payson 928-474-0679

Joeta’s Leather Mesa 480-827-1868

Sidewinders Tavern and Grill Pine 928-476-6434

La Gitana Cantina Arivaca 520-398-0810

Spur Bar Star Valley 928-472-7787

Kitty For Tax Camp Verde 928-567-0224

Law Tigers 888-529-8443

Monkey Butt Radio Scottsdale 602-399-7787

Mormon Lake Lodge Mormon Lake 928-354-2227

Mountain Top Brewery Payson 928-474-9228

Outpost Saloon Prescott Valley 928-759-0377

Phoenix Vulcan Riders www.phoenixvulcanriders.com

Punkin Center Bar Tonto Basin 928-479-2627

Renegade Classics Tucson 520-400-8463

Sacred Bones Society M/C http://www.sacredbones.org/

Sons of Hell MC Yuma

Steel Horse Motorsports Rio Rico 520-281-1962 The Bashful Bandit Tucson 520-881-9706

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The Historical Journigan House Payson 928-474-2900 The Maverick Saloon Phoenix 602-943-5680

Tonto Silkscreen & Embroidery Payson 928-474-4207 Top End Specialties Phoenix 623-258-2092

Y’all Come Back Saloon Rio Rico 520-781-3730

ABATE of Arizona Chapter Meeting Times and Locations

East Valley Chapter EAST VALLEY CHAPTER meetings are held the 4th Sunday of the month at 11:00 a.m. at Fraternal Order of Eagles (F.O.E.) 1712 W. Broadway Road, Mesa AZ 85202 FMI contact Joe Ferrucci at 480-295-9488

High Country Chapter High Country Chapter meetings are held on the 3rd Sunday at 10 a.m. at The Moose Lodge in Star Valley. Contact: chicknbone@live .com or 928-970-1134

Phoenix / Shadow Mountain Chapter Phoenix/Shadow Mountain meetings are held on the 2nd Sunday of each month at 10:30am at the AZ American Italian Club, 7509 N. 12th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85020.

FMI contact Vic Grady at 602-300-4115 or email hellfireguitarphx@hotmail.com

Southern Arizona Chapter The Southern Arizona Chapter will meet the third Saturday. We will gather at the Kettle Restaurant, 748 W. 22nd St, Tucson.

Breakfast will be available at 7:30 a.m. with the meeting beginning at 9 a.m. FMI contact Jim Butsback by phone at 520-2473051 or email abateofazsac@yahoo.com

Yavapai Chapter Yavapai Chapter Meets 2nd Sunday, 11:00 AM; Barefoot Bob's Billiards, 8367 E Pecos Dr., Prescott Valley, Az. FMI, contact Paul Pendergast at wizbangpaul@yahoo.com

Yuma Chapter Yuma Chapter meets the second Tuesday evening monthly at 6:30 PM at the IHOP located at 575 East 16th Street Yuma, AZ 85365. For additional information contact Frank White (Hound) at 209-327-0814.

ABATE of Arizona

MASTERLINK OCTOBER 2014

PAC Report

that gets me centered with the world. We have to work to preserve our freedoms for the ones that follow.

This means we need to come together as one voice and wake up to the issues that affect us and our lifestyle now and in the near future.

By Handi, S.R.M.C. & A.B.A.T.E. State PAC Hello riders,

There are issues being addressed in many states and we can’t afford to just sit back and assume that motorcyclists are not going to be affected. The entire world is on high alert right now and our country’s freedoms are under the magnifying glass, globally. When first introduced to riding some 49 years ago with a little honda 50cc i was hooked.

Riding became a source of relaxation, of freedom and is still the “ground wire”

What’s some of the issues?

We must work to prevent motorcyclists from being excluded from public parking lots, roads, and parking garages.

We need to eliminate roadside checkpoints aimed only at motorcyclists. address the ever growing problem of distracted driving. The current number of drivers texting and talking on phones is at an all time high.

We need to work to prohibit the use of higher ethanol (e-15) blends at the pump until the effects on motorcycle engines can be further studied.

PAGE 9 Also on the list, is working for legislation allowing motorcyclists to safely and reasonably proceed when they are stuck at a traffic light that will not recognize them.

We also need to address state and local governments to promote sensible motorcycle awareness campaigns. not just in may, but permenant.

How about a freedom of choice helment law for experienced riders over 21 years old and finally, lane splitting (filtering) nationwide?

These issues and so much more are up for debate and need your help.

We cannot just sit back and think “everything will be all right.” It’s not now, and it won’t be in the future.

So what can you do to protect yourself and the future of the activity that we all love and hold dear to our survival??

Get involved. Start paying attention to the positions that your local, state and federal legislators take regarding the issues affecting all of us. Share your thoughts, talk or email your representatives. “Stand for something, or fall for anything”.

Motorcycle Riders Foundation Awareness & Education (MRFA&E) was established to promote motorcycle awareness and education due to an everincreasing rider population.

No one is more concerned with rider safety than riders themselves, and obviously those best suited to educate newer riders are veteran riders.

Promote awareness and education in the motorcycle community to improve rider’s safety.

Please donate, we are a 501C3 Corporation. Your donation is tax deductible. To donate go to our web site listed at the bottom.

Motorcycle Riders Foundation Awareness & Education (MRFA&E) 1325 G Street NW, Suite 500 Washington, D.C. 20005 (202) 546-0983

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News from the Net (continued)

onsite camping. One stop partying for some.

2014 Sturgis Buffalo Chip

By Rogue

Sturgis is over and everyone who went should be back home by now. I have finished most of my articles and they are posted here on Bikernet including the ones that started somewhere else and ended up at the CHIP.

NO Report on Sturgis would be complete without mentioning the World Famous Sturgis Buffalo Chip®. It is and has been a Big Part of the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally for 33 Years and is now the Largest Music Festival in Motorcycling.

The well-known performers are too many to list here, but no matter what type of music you like, it was there. Even though I had a hectic schedule I was able to make it out there on Wednesday evening August 6th to see and hear ZZ Top, Florida Georgia Line and the Big Sturgis Gig and I had a really good time. It was apparent others did as well.

The “CHIP” is massive and does offer

Activities also included 6 Bike Shows, a televised biker build off and other activities.

The Sturgis Buffalo Chip Gazette and Sturgis Rider News is a sought after publication and has a load of information and schedules. More information can be found on line at BuffaloChip.com Plans are already being made for the 75th Sturgis Rally and it is going to be a Big One – So start making plans now.

Whether you missed out on last night’s Sturgis Rally events, or you’re planning your activities for the upcoming day, the Sturgis Buffalo Chip® has you covered with our new daily newspaper! The Sturgis Rider® Daily is an exclusive daily newspaper co-produced by the Buffalo Chip and the Rapid City Journal that will keep you informed with up-tothe-minute information about the goings on during the Sturgis Rally and the Largest Music Festival in

Motorcycling™.

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New Docu-series To Chronicle Two Young Riders In Search Of What Makes America Great “The American Dream Project” is going to put a lens on the rarely-traversed areas of these United States to find hopeful Americans who still believe in this country and everything it stands for. British born, Seven year NY resident James Marshall fantasized of life in America for as long as he could remember. In recent years, James has noticed America is getting a bad rap, especially from it's own citizens. An inherent idealist and optimist, James is determined to find real patriots who share his passion for this place he now calls home. On a journey, crisscrossing the amber waves of grain and the purple mountain majesties on his Indian motorcycle, James and his friend Todd, the adventurous American, are determined to disprove the cynics and make people more hopeful again.

In this original, authentic, and beautifully

MASTERLINK OCTOBER 2014 filmed docu-series, James and Todd are setting out on the archetypical American road trip, but with a specific purpose: to find the good in America, and to understand what the American dream means today.

With only $250 dollars for food and accommodation, the two men will visit communities across the country and stay with the people they meet on their journey. After a big push on social media, James and Todd will find the unsung heroes one tweet at a time. While working for their keep, they'll meet with everyday Americans and find out what’s going on in both the big cities and the one-horse towns. They'll talk to scientists who are curing cancer, get a wet shave with a WWII veteran who has wisdom to share, work with community leaders who focus on at risk youth, and sit with local politicians who sometimes struggle to be heard. It’s a unique chance to hear from the Americans who aren’t in the news, but have a voice and should be celebrated. They will find the extraordinary in communities that are bouncing back and uniting in the face of difficult times.

East Valley Chapter Biker Bowling Ball!!

What a great turnout by the east valley chapter. Great scores and again winner take all by Larry Keim,next year we make him drink more beer!! Thank you everyone for you participation!

MASTERLINK OCTOBER 2014

By: Mike “Biggus” Jacques

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2014 Bonneville Motorcycle Speed Trials (Through the eyes of a Salt Flat Virgin)

The Bonneville Salt Flats is one of those special places that most motorcyclists only dream of visiting. It is the host location for all things speed. We have seen the movies, we have heard the stories. My firsthand experience exceeds any and all you may imagine about the legendary location.

The 2014 BMST was an opportunity of a lifetime. Formerly the BUB Motorcycle Speed Trials, the Bonneville Motorcycle Speed Trials is one of the last bastions of high profile amateur motorcycle sporting events. The event is wholly volunteer run and kept that way to keep the “money people” from tarnishing the integrity of what many consider the premier speed trial event in motorcycling.

The volunteers at the BMST demonstrated an equal dedication to the sport as the racers themselves. The days were long, the conditions desolate, the mornings cold and the days hot, and the morale was through the roof. Most days for this volunteer were spent 6 miles down course on the Mountain Course 4 mile post, with a porta-potty, a 10x10 pop up and a green flag to launch racers that have qualified for a world record run.

Three things stuck out throughout the event. Professionalism, Perseverance, and Sportsmanship. I decided to write this article by illustrating examples I witnessed in each category.

1. Professionalism: Cayla Rivas. Cayla is the 14 year old daughter of bagger

legend Chris Rivas. Cayla’s accomplishment this year was a two run average of 118.992 mph on a 500 cc Buell Blast. The speed was impressive, and after AMA verification will be a new world record. The 14 year old racer demonstrated professionalism beyond her years when after her down run the entire Bonneville course was closed for excessive wind. AMA rules dictate that in order to qualify as a world record, two runs must be completed on the same calendar day.

Cayla Rivas, with the record dangling in front of her, watched as the time past.

Hours were spent at the return run start line waiting for the wind to die down; hours were spent in impound while the opportunity for the record slipped away. Cayla remained in her leathers, kept her head focused on visualizing the run, and still found time to autograph some T-shirts for some new fans.

2. Perserverance: Dan Parker. I don’t think I need to go into Dan Parker’s accomplishments, but if you do not know who he is, look him up and learn the story of a champion and the “go to guy” for chassis and tuning in the drag racing world for many years. On March

31, 2012 Dan’s life changed forever at the 8th annual “The Quick and The Scared Outlaws” event when his car became airborne for no apparent reason resulting in broken limbs and a total loss of sight. Dan has made the quote that in racing “stuff just sometimes happens”.

Dan’s accomplishment at the BMST was impressive to say the least, with a down run of over 59mph and a return run of over 64mph.

After FIM verification the average speed will be enough for a world record. I got to speak with Dan at the BMST awards dinner and he mentioned that these speeds were his fastest to date.

Whether the meeting took place on the course, in the pits, at Carmen’s Black and White bar, or the laundry mat, talking with Dan and his crew was always a pleasure.

3. Sportsmanship: Brian Klock. Brian Klock of the world renowned Klock Werks Kustom Cycles took the volunteer’s vote for the most Sportsmanship

at the awards dinner held at the conclusion of the BMST event.

Brian had made a successful qualifying run on his 2008 Victory Hammer going for the FIM world record. For the FIM records to set the racer must complete the down run and the return run within 2 hours. After Brian’s successful down run, he reported to impound for inspection, all the while the clock is ticking.

Brian was ready to complete his return run but time was running out. With the clock running out, a 7 mile ride to the starting point, and a world record hanging in the balance, Brian demonstrated excellent sportsmanship by following all rules and speed limits on the course return road (35 mph). BMST Tower personnel (situated mid way down the track), knowing that the record was in jeopardy waved Klock on with no speed restrictions. Brian’s refusal to break the rules before receiving permission to deviate from the speed limits even with a world record at stake, caused to run to be completed 17 seconds too late to qualify.

Brian returned on Tuesday after a wind delay shut the course down on Monday, to make an average run of 163.472mph.

This will be a new world record in the M-BG/2000 class once verified by FIM.

I got to spend a week around legends, witness unparalleled camaraderie, sportsmanship, professionalism, and perseverance. I cannot wait for the 2015 Bonneville Motorcycle Speed

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Oct 2-5 {THU-SUN} Las Vegas BikeFest. Sponsors include Law Tigers.

FMI: http://www.lasvegasbikefest.com

Oct 3 {FRI} Motorcycles on Main Bike Night in Downtown Mesa from 6-10pm.

Beer Gardens, Vendors, Live Music, & more. Park & show your bike. Eateries open. Vendors call Erica 480-890-2613 https://facebook.com/MotorcyclesOnMai n

Oct 4th {SAT} Rocktoberfest, 4:30pm 10pm, Chester's Harley-Davidson, TICKETS HAVE ARRIVED for Chester's Harley-Davidson Rocktoberfest featuring Dennis DeYoung: The Music of Styx. We are only weeks away from one of the biggest concerts of the year! Join us on Saturday, October 4th from 4:30 to 10pm at Chester's Harley-Davidson, Mesa. The music of STYX will rock the house and keep you on your feet all night! With multiple Food Trucks, Beer trucks, Vendor Village, Biker Challenges, prizes and more it will be a night to remember.

Get your GA Tickets for only $10 in advance or your VIP Preferred Seating tickets for only $20 in advance online.

Visit www.chestershd.com/events for more information. Visit http://purchase.tickets.com/buy/TicketPur chase?&pid=7829122 to purchase tickets online.

Oct 4th {SAT} - 19th Annual CUFFS Run, Event_Time: 9am, Superstition Harley Davidson / Ft. McDowell Resort, Every October the Choir Boys of Arizona host the CUFFS Run to benefit fallen Peace Officers who are seriously injured or killed in the line of duty. This years poker run begins at Superstition Harley Davidson in Apache Junction.

Registration is from 9-12:30. Cost is $15 per rider & $10 per passenger. You can save $5 by preregistering on-line at

Events Calendar

www.cuffsrun.com. We are excited to add Caswells Shooting Range as a stop where you can choose to shoot a firearm to pick your card (please bring I.D.) Another first this year is our final destination - Ft. McDowel Casino/Resort where our after-party will be held in the air conditioned convention hall. There will be a live band, vendors and beverages. Cash prizes for high/low hands and we will be raffling several guns including a Thompson Gun. This is an unescorted ride so you can ride at your own pace.

Cages are welcome to drive the route.

Please visit the website www.cuffsrun.com for more ride info and details.

Oct 4th {SAT} - Monday, Oct. 6 - 2nd Annual American Legion Legacy Ride, The ride is to raise money for the children of those veterans who have given the ultimate sacrafice. The ride will begin on October 4th at 08:30 am at the Christopher J. Lapka American Legion Post 105 that is locate at 3534 W. Calavar Rd, Phoenix AZ 85053. The ride will travel from Phoenix to Tombstone Arizona. The American Legion Riders will stay in Tombstone for 2 days and return to Phoenix on October 6th. The ride will also include a Poker run, which will give $100.00 for high hand and $50.00 for low hand. Please join us for this great cause.

Oct 4th {SAT} - Hard Ass Run hosted

by East Valley ABATE. All makes & models WELCOME. This mystery ride is approx 275 miles of scenic byways.

Sign in 7–9am at What The Hell B&G, 7303 E Main St, Mesa, AZ 85207.

Donation of $20/pp, $30/2-up includes Free Poker Hand & collectible T-shirt to 1st 75 [awarded at end stop]. Benefits ABATE’s ability to fight for your rights & safety! FMI: Jim 602-312-1927 Oct 11th {SAT} B.A.C.A. (Bikers

Against Child Abuse) 6th Annual Arizona Awareness Ride, Saturday October 11th, 2014 Will You Step Up for our wounded little ones? Event registration is 8am till 11am at Chandler Harley Davidson 6895 W, Chandler Blvd Chandler, AZ. 85226 $10's per person. FREE Pancake breakfast served by the Foothills HOG Chapter.

Ends at AAI - Arizona Automotive Institute 6829 N. 46th Ave. Glendale, AZ. 85301. Prizes for HIGH/LOW hand, raffles, 50/50, Bike Show, Car Show, Tattoist, Music by 98 KUPD, Vendors, food & more. For more info: AZ5BACA@gmail.com or nytro1baca@gmail.com. Also looking for vendors, have a few more spots opened.

Vendor info contact BACA.Hulk@gmail.com. Location: Starts at Chandler Harley Davidson sign in 8 am to 11am 6895 W. Chandler Blvd.

Chandler, AZ. and ends at AAI. Oct 11th {SAT} ABATE of AZ’ Phx/Shadow Mtn Chapter present the annual Moon Mullins Run, Come join us for our annual after hours jaunt along the highways, byways and backroads of the cool Arizona desert. Registration starts at 4 pm at the Maverick Saloon in Phoenix, 9605 N. 19th Avenue.

Kickstands up at 5:30, single rider $10, single + passenger $15, all proceeds support the Phoenix-Shadow Mountain Chapter.

Oct 11th {SAT} Shake Rattle & Roll for Parkinsons, Riders will be treated to...

Breakfast, Lunch, Live Music, Ride Bag and Run Pin, Luis "Gonzo" Gonzales will be kick starting the ride at HarelyDavidson of Scottsdale, $25 Solo - $45 Couple, Registration 9-11am - Last bike out by 11am, Fighting Parkinson's benefiting Banner Neuro Wellness Location: Ride Starts at Harley-Davidson of Scottsdale, Ride Ends at Loco Patron in Chandler.

MASTERLINK OCTOBER 2014 Oct 11th {SAT} Devoted Dolls 4th Annual Burn Center Ride, sponsored by Grease Slinger Cycles. Sign-in 9-11-am at Nicantoni's Pizza, 1430 W Warner Rd, Gilbert, 85233. Ride end & party at Fuego Bar & Grill, 9118 W Van Buren, Tolleson AZ 85353 w/ a Car show, live bands, a pin-up girl contest, vendors, kids zone, fire trucks, & much more. Benefits AZ Burn Center. FMI: Paula Walker 602-653-9135, www.Facebook.com/DevotedDolls

Oct 16-18 {THU-SAT} 11th annual Run to the Rez XI – a Tribute to All Veterans.

Held at Apache Gold Casino Resort. All bikes welcome. Rides, Veterans Program, bike show, vendors, music, & more. FMI: 928-812-0388, http://runtotherez.com, johnrezrider@yahoo.com. For rooms: www.apache-gold-casino.com Oct 16-19 {THU-SUN} SAHR MC 20th Annual Biker Rodeo at Arena Bar, 250 S Prickly Pear Ave, in Benson, AZ. $20/pp benefits Cochise County local charities.

Live music, bike show, games, ride, free dry camping, free b’fast, charity auction, vendors, bonfire, & more. Buy Advance tickets & $ave $5 FMI: www.sahr.us, 520-249-3939, sahrmcaz@gmail.com

Oct 18th {SAT} ABATE’s High Country Chapter Chili Cook Off starts at High Noon @ Spur Bar, 3964 East HWY. 260, Star Valley. Judging at 2pm. $5 Entry Fee for Chili, $5 All you can eat Chili. Winner takes all entry $$+ $100.

FMI: Wayne 480-229-6303

Oct 18th {SAT} Highway Thunder 2014 Charity Ride, Highway Thunder is a charity ride benefitting Make-A-Wish Foundation of Arizona, Hosted by the Phoenix Vulcan Riders. It is open to all bikes and all brands. We will be leaving the East Phoenix Valley and riding the scenic Winkelman loop. The ride is around 180 miles in total. After the ride,

MASTERLINK OCTOBER 2014 we will have lunch at What the Hell Bar & Grill in Mesa. We will have live music and lots of door prizes. The ride features a poker run with cash prizes for high/low hand, 50/50 raffle, door prizes, lunch and live music. Pre-register by 9/30 and receive a free event t-shirt. Come join us support this worthy cause and make some new friends in the process! Location, Meet at Cycle Gear Mesa for registration between 8:00 and 10:00 AM, 1040 S. Country Club Drive, Mesa, AZ 85210, 480 272-5200. http://www.phoenixvulcanriders.org/highwaythunder/highwaythunder.aspx

Oct 18th {SAT} Run for the Hills, American Legion Riders, Military Riding Groups and their guests please join us on Saturday October 18th for the “Run to the Hills” charity Poker Run. This event is hosted by Post 58, Post 34, Post 39, Post 44, Post 105 and Post 117! You can start from any of these Legion Posts, hit them all at your own pace and end up at the Fountain Hills Post 58 for a great party with home cooking, live music by the “Unknown Associates” and drink specials all day! There will also be a 50/50 and a raffle. Cash prizes to be awarded for Best and Worst poker hand!

Registration at each listed post is from

We went through the Motorcycle Museum and Hall of Fame in Sturgis and saw former Wisconsin State Senator Dave Zien’s 1,000,000 mile H-D. I had the pleasure of meeting Sen. Zien at Meeting of the Minds 2 years ago. Senator Zien has 119 world records, one of which is riding over 31,000 miles in 31 days. I simply cannot comprehend the effort that took. I thought I was doing good riding 500 miles per day, sheez!

My Prez pic this month was taken at Animas River in Durango, CO. We stayed at the Durango Inn next to the river on our way back to Mesa, AZ. Their jacuzzi was wonderful after several

Events Calendar

10-11 am. The Party at Post 58 starts at 3:00 pm. Pre-register at www.alf58.org.

Pre-registration $15 single/$20 with a passenger. Day of event $20 single/$25 with a passenger. All proceeds will be going to the Legion of the Silver Rose and Feed The Vets. For more information please contact Fountain Hills Post 58 at 480-837-5958. Location, American Legion Post 58 - Fountain Hills, AZ, 16837 E Parkview Ave [map], Fountain Hills, AZ 85268, 480 837-5958.

Oct 18th {SAT} - One Hero at a Time.

Noon til 10pm, 5th annual benefit concert a tthe Jokers Wild Casino, 920 Boulder Hwy, Henderson, NV. Fly at South West Trikes

Oct 25th {SAT} HOGtoberFest XXVI. Benefits American Diabetes Assn & Tucson HOG. $20/pp. Pre-reg by Sept 14 & receive a HOGtoberfest T-Shirt. Poker Run starts/ends at Tucson H-D 7355 N I10 EB Frontage Rd. [NW corner of I-10 & Ina Rd.] Sign-in starts 8a, last bike out at 9:30am. After party at TH-D includes bike games, vendors, beer garden, fashion show, bike wash, raffles, silent auction, 2015 H-D Bike Giveaway, bikini contest w/ $300 prize & more. Sponsors include Law Tigers. FMI: hogtoberfest@tucson-

hog.net, 520.239.6519

Oct 25th {SAT} 10am - 9 pm Bikers for Boobies, Bikers For Boobies 2014 Hosted by the Bikers For Boobies Foundation and sponsored by Harley Davidson of Scottsdale, Chuck Franklin Law and the Dirty Dogg Saloon. Raffle, Auction, Live Music, and more!! So much fun!! $30 SOLO / $45 COUPLE: Includes 1 or 2 Goody Bags, Meal ticket(s), Live Music & Admission to party at The Dirty Dogg Saloon. SOLO PACKAGE $40: Includes 1 Goody Bag, 1 Raffle Ticket for the Hatred Customs Bike Raffle, Meal ticket, Live Music & Admission to party at The Dirty Dogg Saloon.COUPLE PACKAGE $65: Includes 2 Goody Bags, 2 Raffle Tickets for the Hatred Customs Bike Raffle, 2 Meal tickets, Live Music & Admission to party at The Dirty Dogg Saloon. To Preregister please go to www.bikers4boobiesaz.org (FIRST 500 TO PRE-REGISTER RECEIVE A LONG SLEEVE B4B SHIRT) Location, Start: Harley Davidson of Scottsdale and ends at Dirty Dogg Saloon. http://www.bikers4boobiesaz.org/2014_ri de.html

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days of riding, and helped calm down my screaming shoulders and back. NOTE TO SELF: Take Tylenol starting with breakfast.

Things that stood out about the road trip: There are a lot of road kill dogs in northern AZ country. Moab UT was a pleasant surprise. Take time to go through Arches National Monument. Green River UT sucks. Around Cheyenne WYO, expect 40-60 m.p.h. cross winds, which the locals think aren’t bad. 90 m.p.h. winds are called ‘tree benders’. Porcupines in Wyoming are HUGE. A pot hole in the middle of the right lane on I-70 going through Vail CO could’ve taken the tire

off a car or sent a motorcyclist to an early grave. Fog around Denver doesn’t lift by 10 a.m., like on the coast. When taking roads less traveled, gas stations are few and far between. Don’t pass up getting more gas if you have ½ tank or less.

Nothing needlessly zaps the fun out of riding more than constantly watching your gas gauge drop to the big “E”, and every hill you go over offers no sign of civilization as far as you can see. I never heard of Lusk WYO before, but was really happy when we got there, and they had gas. Likewise, Crown Point NM had one gas station, just in time.

Special THANKS to our State Safety

PAGE 13 Oct 26th {SUN} 8am - 2 pm 2nd Annual Hot Rods & Hawgs Classic Car & Bike Show. R U Ready Phoenix!! With over 136 cars and 50 bikes our first year this next show will be bigger and better. With Military vehicles, Monster Trucks, Classic Hot Rods and Cars, Bad-ass bikes, and Boats on top of it all. Anything all American we will have and we want you there. Family's welcome. Cutrano AZ Troop Run, Inc. 2nd annual Monster Truck/Car and Bike show Oct.2014! Steel Horse Saloon! We are teaming up with ALR Chapter 41 Thunderbird's and all American Legions in the state of Arizona.

With one of the best shows you can have all in one. All proceeds to go to Cutrano AZ Troop Run, Inc. & Mercy House. $10 entry fee, Raffles, Prizes, Awards, T-shirts, Giveaways, Arizona Military Vehicle Collector's Club, Naval Cadets Color Guard USS Arizona, Vietnam Veterans Helicopter, live music, breakfast specials sponsors and vendors, silent auctions and much more! Oct 26 2014. — at Steel Horse Saloon. Registration begins at 6:00am.

Location, Steel Horse Saloon at 1818 W Bell Road in Phoenix, az [map] http://www.cutranoaztrooprun.org/

Officer, Jim Silk for noticing my Harley’s front tire was very low on air just before we went for a ride together to a meeting.

If you have laced rims, check your tire pressure EVERY time before you ride.

Read more about tires and air pressure in his safety article in this issue.

Until next month, make the most of every day, “MK” Mary K. Donnay A.B.A.T.E. of Arizona, Inc. State President president@abateofaz.org (602) 751-3180

I Never Get Tired About This One... Lets Roll preaching time to get in the know!!

Yes indeed size matters!!

To determine the size of a potential set of tires, you need to evaluate their rim width. What does this mean? It means that the tires cannot be any wider or narrower than the initial equipment tires. If they are the handling of your motorcycle could get distorted.

Under pressure,,,never over!!

By Jim Silk State Safety Officer

Tires are a very important part of a motorcycle. Without them the motorcycle would not be able to move in the first place. This is why it is very important that every motorcycle owner possesses general knowledge about what they can expect from the tires they plan on using from their vehicle. Choosing the wrong type of tire could adversely affect how the motorcycle drives. It may even cost a motorcycle owner more money, trying to repair flats or replace the tire all together.

If you trying to save money don't buy cheap tires.They don't last and they won't make you a better ride either. Ok no more

The pressure associated with motorcycle tires increases as the temperature rises.

This is why motorcycle riders need to regularly check their tires' pressure, especially during the summer months here in Arizona . They can find specific recommendations on which tire pressures are best for their vehicle by checking out their motorcycle manufacturer's reference manual. They can also further protect their tires' pressure by not bleeding air from tires that are hot and/or riding on the tires when they are under-inflated. Doing otherwise wears the tires down prematurely.Then it's new tire time when you could a went a few more miles Don't wear me done now,,,

Bikers need to periodically check the wear indicator associated with their tire grooves. If the wear indicators are at the same level as the tread's surface, the tires probably need to be replaced.

Ball caps,,are nice but check your valve cap please,,,

Proper use of valve caps can prevent air from escaping from one's motorcycle tires. It can also prevent dirt from getting into the valve, improving overall efficiency of the tires.

Lets just warm you up a little now,,ready??

Start at a moderate speed when you first get on your motorcycle. Doing so helps allow the tires to reach their core operating temperatures in a much smoother manner. When the tires do reach their warm-up, they will offer the best grip for the kinda biker you are!

Did you know that all tires need a break in ride??

Don't accelerate rapidly or use hard cornering techniques once your tires have appropriately warmed up, as this can quickly wear them out. You will want to

avoid doing these things for at least 50 kilometers. This is the amount of time/distance it takes for the tread area to be completely worn off.

Now ya broke it,,how to repair it

It is important that you acquire basic knowledge associated with motorcycle repair, so you won't have to rely on a mechanic should you have problems with your tires or even the vehicle itself.

Numerous books and you tube videos are available to help provide the basics for motorcycle riders who are new to the experience. Some of them are free. Either way, take advantage of the information so you won't find yourself being stranded if something does go wrong with your motorcycle's tires.

Hey it might be time to check those tires and get ready for the East valleys Hard Ass run Oct 4th starting out at the "what the Hell" Bar and grill in Mesa sign in 79 great food prices and one heck of a mystery ride poker run you will soon to enjoy. Check your air pressure and go!!

Ride safe daily!

-Jim

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Contact:Jeff Hennie, Vice President of Government Relations and Public Affairs EPA sends ethanol regulations to White House

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) sent its final regulations to the White House for Presidential approval, the Motorcycle Riders Foundation (MRF) reports. This is the final step in the approval process before the mandate can be revealed.

Last year, the EPA proposed that the amount of ethanol to be produced by refiners actually be reduced over previous years. This plan to reduce the amount of ethanol to be produced by refiners sent shockwaves through the energy community. Petroleum users lauded the proposal as a step in the right direction. The MRF testified at an EPA hearing on the proposal in favor of more study on the effects that E-15 can have on the components of a motorcycle. The MRF is also actively supporting legislation to end the sale of

News from the MRF

E-15 fuels until a comprehensive, scientific study is conducted by an independent agency. To date the EPA has only tested the higher ethanol blend's tail pipe exhaust emissions, no testing was done on the power train of a motorcycle itself before the blend was approved.

The proposal was by far one the most controversial ever put forth by the EPA and received over 340,000 public comments.

While the EPA announced the White House review they did not release whether any changes were made to last year's proposal to lower the amount of ethanol that needs to be produced. The EPA will release the final rule after the White House and other federal agencies weigh in. The White House has 90 days to review the proposal and issue a response.

The Motorcycle Riders Foundation will keep you informed on this issue. ========================== Washington Weekly Updates Week of September 12, 2014

And we’re back. Congress returned from

their traditional five week summer district work period this week, with sort of a whimper. With lots of backlog on news of jobs (there aren’t any), foreign acts of terrorism (there are a lot), and not to mention the looming November elections, one would think that it would have been a busy week. It hasn’t been and its not likely to be busy. The Congress is planning an unprecedented event, adjourning early.

In my days on the hill we would be is session until late December in election years with no adjournment to speak of.

So this move to send all the politicians back to their home districts to campaign like crazy, shows how important this election is. Target adjournment is September 23rd.

Speaking of elections, this is where I encourage you to join a campaign, any campaign! There are lots of state wide Senate toss up races that could dramatically shift the control of the Senate. I'll leave it up to you as to whether a new Senate majority would be good or bad.

You likely saw my release earlier about the TIGER grants or Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recover grants. The TIGER grants are a holdover from the failed stimulus package of 2009. Here's my “thing about”

MASTERLINK OCTOBER 2014 TIGER grants. They don’t work to address national transportation needs and they are highly political. TIGER grants allow the Secretary of Transportation to doll out 600 million a year with very little oversight. The money is petered away on small scale projects that impact a handful of users. Things like bike paths, electric vehicle corridors and street cars are the recipients of the award money instead of big ticket items such as major congestion issues and multimodal projects. One grant is even going for a walking path. I guess walking is technically transportation but c’mon! The grants or as they should be called, gifts are supposed to also create jobs, which after all was the main goal of the stimulus package in the first place. So far there has been zero evidence that this grant program has created any jobs. I participated in a conference call with the Secretary on Friday and he blamed Congress for not passing a large scale spending bill, which is definitely part of the problem with our nations infrastructure.

I hope everyone is gearing up for MOTM! Jeff Hennie

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Hello friends, this month I am going to talk about the upcoming elections. As you all know my main goal in life is to get the government off our asses and get the police to leave us alone. To accomplish these goals we actually have to get involved with the government. I've found that the best way to do that is to get involved with the people who are running for office before they get elected. I realize that not all of us has the time or the patience to deal with politicians so I am going to suggest a few names that are worthy of consideration for our votes.

First in the Governor race, on opening day at the Capitol we had the opportunity to speak with Fred DuVal and Doug Ducey. Fred took the time to listen to our issues and asked questions. Doug Doucey gave me about two minutes and said that he would have to see specific legislation after it passed the House and Senate before he could decide if he could support it. I will say that if Fred DuVal is elected we will have the ear of the Governor if not his total support. In the attorney general race, Felicia Rotellini is someone I have known for nearly 5 years. She ran for Atty. Gen. in 2010 and nearly won the office. This past year I've spoken with her on several occasions, including at her birthday party, on the plight of motorcycle riders and motorcycle clubs in the state of Arizona. She is very well-versed on our issues and has assured me that if she is elected she will work to change law enforcement treatment of bikers as outlaws. Her opponent in this race is running as a law and order candidate which generally means that they will give law enforcement a blank check. I have never had a chance to actually speak with him because the current Atty. Gen. was running for reelection and I did not think that he would lose his primary. And as he was too busy trying to cover his ass for all the crap that he was into I never actually had a chance to speak with him. So if Felicia Rotellini wins this election we will have another friend in office that will critically analyze law enforcement actions against our community in an effort to minimize unfair treatment and actually guide law enforcement agencies towards fighting real crime. Kyrsten Sinema and Ann Kirkpatrick cosponsored H. R. 1861, a bill that would outlaw using federal funds earmarked for motorcycle safety and awareness to create motorcycle only checkpoints. It also happens that they are both personal friends of mine and should be reelected. Matt Salmon was a motorcycle rider in his youth and has a staffer in Washington that is a motorcycle rider, and although he did not agree to cosponsor 1861, I was assured that his staff would advise him to vote for our bill so he should be reelected as well. David Schweikert came to meet with us on Day At The Dome in 2013 and talked to us for quite some time. He assured us that he would do what he could to help us. If you live in his district you should vote

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for him and try to have an appointment with them when he is in town. Although he supported the shutting down of the government which hurt several of our members he does communicate with constituents and is open to suggestions.

Ruben Gallego is a veteran running for Congress in District 7. He fought in Iraq and decided to run for office at the state legislature. He spent two terms in the Arizona house and is a member of the veterans Caucus. In Washington DC he will be a strong supporter of veterans issues which are closely intertwined with motorcycle rights as a great number of our community are veterans and families of veterans.

Other legislators who support our issues include Karen Fann in the Prescott area, Dr. Eric Meyer in LD 28, Judy Burges who sponsored our anti-profiling legislation, Victoria Steele in the Tucson area, Andrew Sherwood, Katie Hobbs, Don Shooter, Gail Griffin, Lela Alston. Other members of the veterans Caucus include Mark Cardenas, Jonathan Larkin, and Martin Quezada who all agreed to cosponsor legislation.

Kate Brophy-McGee in LD 28 understood our issues but did not want to codify into law training of police officers respecting the civil rights of bikers. If she wins reelection, which is more than likely, we will have to work hard to convince her that any legislation that benefits motorcycle riders is worth her vote.

Ed Ableser was vehemently opposed to any legislation that would restrain law enforcement in any way. He should be voted out of office and ridden out of town on a rail. His belief that all motorcycle clubs are criminal organizations and that we should all be locked up do not belong in this century.

These are my recommendations, there are many down ballot choices that you will have to make on your own. After November 4 I will commence my efforts to meet with the newly elected public servants. My focus will be on people who write and vote on legislation, the governor, and the attorney general's office as these are the key offices in our efforts to keep ourselves free. One more quick note, Chester Crandell was killed in a horse riding accident. He was the chairman of the Public Safety committee and was a strong supporter of motorcycle rights. He was replaced on the ballot by Sylvia Allen a former legislator. I spoke with Judge Clancy Jayne at our recent ABATE meeting. He is heavily involved in Republican politics in Arizona and told me that Ms. Allen is crazy. She is disliked greatly in the party and only made it to the ballot because that district had an emergency on their hands and needed someone ASAP. So Clancy Jayne recommends that someone other than Sylvia Allen be elected to that seat.

When I am at the legislature I tell them that we have 163,000 motorcycles registered in the state of Arizona, and that a number of people own more than one so our estimate is that we have 120,000 adult motorcycle riders in this state and the vast majority of them are eligible to vote. That is true political power. Many statewide elections have been won or lost by less than 1000 votes. Some district elections have been won or lost by less than 100 votes. We need to exercise this political muscle that we have, and while it is true that wealthy people can give large sums of money to candidates they only get one vote each. We, on the other hand, have the ability to deliver a large number of votes if we are organized and focused on our issues. Recently a candidate questionnaire was sent out and responses were distributed in an email. I took exception to the questionnaire as the only motorcycle related question involved helmet laws. I believe that in the future the various motorcycle rights groups need to have their board members identify issues that pertain to motorcycle riders and formulate questionnaires that actually include these issues. We cannot have someone purport to be representing the motorcycle community and then ask political questions that have nothing to do with motorcycles. This is food for thought as we have elections every other year for various nonstate offices such as city Council, Mayor's, county supervisors, sheriffs departments, and other local offices. We should start working now to ensure that we are ready for the next round. And anyone who does not like our current set of representatives needs to remember that every two years the entire state legislature, the entire House of

Representatives, and one third of the United States Senate are up for reelection. There is no need for Second Amendment remedies, there is only a need to become politically active, at least to the point where you get your ballot, fill it out and drop it in a box. Federal law requires that your employer give you two hours off with pay to go and vote unless the polls are open two hours before or two hours after your scheduled shift. In Arizona we have what is called a permanent early voting list and you can go online at www.serviceArizona.com and put yourself on this early voting list, your ballot will come in the mail a month before the election. You can fill it out at your leisure and mail it back until about a week before the election. You can even go to the polls on election day with your early ballot, shoot the shit with the people in line, get paid for two hours, and then just drop your early ballot in the box. Many of us are working on balloting by email or on the Internet. It is so easy to vote here in Arizona that the only actual excuse you have is that you don't give a shit. If that is the case don't complain about the government you get because that is the government that you choose by refusing to participate. So on election day remember "if you choose not to decide you still have made a choice". That's a line from a Rush song that was big in the 70s when I was growing up.

John P Dreyfus Johnny D ALMA MC Arizona Confederation of Motorcycle Clubs Designated Lobbyist American Brotherhood Aimed Toward Education / Phoenix-Shadow Mountain Chapter Vice-Coordinator, PAC Officer

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House Roster

Senate Roster

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Rider Ed Courses in AZ

To Print a Copy, Go To: http://nm.msf-usa.org/msf/ridercourses.aspx?state=AZ Locations Zip County Email Phone Site Website City Motorcycle Rider PHOENIX 85012 MARICOPA Click Here (623) 979-1839 View Training RIDE SMART M/C View PHOENIX 85023 MARICOPA Click Here (623) 877-5425 TRAINING T.E.A.M. Arizona View GILBERT 85233 MARICOPA Click Here (480) 998-9888 Chandler/Gilbert GILBERT PUBLIC View GILBERT 85234 MARICOPA (480) 894-0404 SCHOOLS (PARKING LOT) T.E.A.M. Arizona View SCOTTSDALE 85260 MARICOPA Click Here (480) 998-9888 Scottsdale CHANDLER View (480) 496-6800 TEMPE 85283 MARICOPA HARLEYDAVIDSON T.E.A.M. Arizona View GLENDALE 85302 MARICOPA Click Here (623) 939-9888 Glendale DEER VALLEY View GLENDALE 85308 MARICOPA (623) 247-5542 HIGH SCHOOL LUKE AIR FORCE LUKE AFB 85309 MARICOPA (623) 975-6264 BASE Motorcycle Rider View PEORIA 85345 MARICOPA Click Here (623) 979-1839 Training VEHICLE SAFETY YUMA 85367 YUMA Click Here (928) 376-7489 View INSTITUE T.E.A.M. Arizona FT View 85613 COCHISE Click Here (520) 733-9888 Sierra Vista HUACHUCA Pima Community View TUCSON 85707 PIMA (520) 206-3981 College T.E.A.M. Arizona View TUCSON 85714 PIMA Click Here (520) 733-9888 Tucson RIDE NAZ -View BELLEMONT 86015 COCONINO (928) 443-0111 FLAGSTAFF Ride Northern PRESCOTT 86301 YAVAPAI Click Here (928) 443-0111 View Arizona - Prescott T.E.A.M. Arizona View PRESCOTT 86301 YAVAPAI Click Here (928) 771-2500 Prescott MOHAVE (928) 757-0825 View KINGMAN 86401 MOHAVE COMMUNITY COLLEGE MOHAVE LAKE View (928) 505-3321 COMMUNITY HAVASU 86403 MOHAVE COLLEGE CITY MOHAVE JB'S 86440 MOHAVE Click Here (866) 668-6462 View VALLEY RESTAURANT

ATTENTION - ALL RIDERS: =======================

It has come to our attention that business establishments in Arizona may still be discriminating against motorcyclists. Please carry copies of this form with you at all times. Discrimination can range from a sign stating "No Colors" or "No Motorcycle Parking" or "No Motorcycle Attire" etc., to simply being asked to leave a place of business, just because you are on a motorcycle or because of your riding apparel. If anything like this happens to you, PLEASE fill out this form in its entirety and send it to the address noted. Your lobbyists cannot get sponsorship for "equal access" legislation, without evidence of this type of discrimination.

Documentation of Discrimination DATE: ______________

Business Phone _______________

NAME OF ESTABLISHMENT: __________________________________ BUSINESS PHONE (with area code): __________________________________ BUSINESS - FULL ADDRESS: ___________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ NAME / POSITION OF PERSON ENFORCING POLICY: ________________ ________________________________________________________ WRITTEN STATEMENT OF DISCRIMINATION (use back if needed): _____ _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ YOUR NAME (please print): ______________________________________ YOUR PHONE (with area code): __________________________________ YOUR SIGNATURE: ____________________________________________ *** INCLUDE ANY PICTURES OF DISCRIMINATING SIGNS POSTED *** Mail To: Ray Fitzgerald 1634 West Pine Cone Way Prescott, Arizona 86303

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Important Phone Numbers

Aid to Injured Motorcyclists - A.I.M. - (800) 521-2425 24-Hr. Legal Assistance for all accidents

Aid to Incarcerated Motorcyclists A.I.M. - (800) 235-2424 24-Hr. Legal Criminal Defense

National Legislative Hot Line - (800) 300-NCOM 24-Hr. Motorcycle Legislative Alerts

National Coalition of Motorcyclists NCOM- (800) 525-5355 Fighting for Bikers Rights

Confederation of Clubs. - (800) 531-2424 Motorcycle Clubs Fighting Against Discrimination

Motorcycle Riders Foundation Washington D.C. Office (202) 546-0983

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From the Prescott Courier

TBFS Special Motorhome for sale.

1981 Dodge Sportsman, C Class, 22', sleeps 6 440 cu. in. fresh top end, good gas mileage everything works, 86000 miles, $3500 call Jerry D. 602-459-4302

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44,654 miles, only 4400 produced, $12,000 O.B.O. Own the Original Harley-Davidson Fatboy, for sale by the original owner. S&S carb, accel ignition module and coil with Sampson pipes, good Dunlop tires, windshield, saddlebags and highway pegs. Garage kept for 24 years with only 44,000 miles. This bikes runs very strong and the pipes sound great. Just put in adjustable pushrods, maintenance free battery, and new sparks plugs. The paint is in good condition with a few blems from the road. Call 928-242-1118 to own the Original Fatboy!

Barbara, 928-242-1118, bkightlinger@frontiernet.net

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This baby is worth way more than I'm asking! Just need money now!

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I have your year Softail-- 1984.1 owner, 1st yr. Softail, 1st yr. Evolution Kick and electric start PLUS all orginal parts. $9,500 Call 970-420-6675

One-Piece DayTripper motorcycle seat

New - never used - In box Retails for $359 model 76189 fits Honda VT 750 Spirit 2001-2006 & VT 750DC 2007-2009. The detailed stitch work in the highly durable, synthetic glove-leather makes the DayTripper a show winner. $150.00 Call Bob @ 602-463-0544

AzTech Flatbed Trailer (Car/ATV Hauler) $2200 obo 2008 STS Cadillac for sale, 23K miles $28,000 obo Call 928-718-6296 Cell 928-716-7289

2009 HD Sportster 1200 Low style.

like new with 5000 miles, kept in AC garage, Stage 1 kit with Vance and Hines shorties, forward foot controls, all service down by Chester's in Mesa. Limited HD factory root beer brown color. $9500 obo. call or text 480-338-1965 in Gilbert AZ. 1997 Kawasaki Vulcan Classic

Super nice 800cc V-twin cruiser. brand new black cherry paint. 43K miles, Lowered 1-1/2 inches in the rear, K&N air intake kit, Vance & Hines Straightshot exhaust, very loud, jetted for such performance upgrades, 60 HP and 50LBS torque, lots of tread left on Metzler tires, lots of chrome, custom headlight, drag bars and custom forward controls, no leaks, Also includes bike cover, windshield and mounting hardware, service manual, extra saddlebag, lots of extra parts, one half-helmet, Has won first place in six bike shows and trophies are included.. $3000. 602.367.9524

FINALLY!! A motorcycle themed paperback book for the young reader. The Adventures of Olive Pearl and Hammy Davidson features Olive Pearl; a green and black motorcycle and Hamrietta (Hammy) Davidson her stuffed piggy passenger. They experience the joy of motorcycling on a 1700-mile road trip to meet new people, see new things, and learn life lessons along the way. Their adventures are wrapped inside the love story of husband and wife characters, “The Man” and “The Lady”. Sprinkled throughout with pictures, social observations, and humor, adults will also enjoy reading this story to younger children and are sure to get a laugh or two themselves. Get more info and place an order at: www.OliveandHammy.com Let’s Ride!!

2000 HD Custom (623) 374-5510 $15K OBO Motorcycle Hearse

COPD diagnosis forces SALE! $50,000.00 www.eagleswingscarriages.com visit this website to view complete set of equipment.

Equipment included: 1999 Harley Davidson Road King Trike (6045 miles) modified with reverse gear & fifth wheel hitch, detachable 18th Century styled Hearse Carriage, full size casket with full cover flag, cherry wood Urn Ark with panoramic glass & folding stand, Encased Memorial Flag, 2007 22ft. flatbed transportation trailer with winds/bug shield, Honor Flags, pre-printed magnetic Carriage name plates & misc office supplies. Call Bill or Phyllis 623-386-8281

2006 H-D Dyna Street Bob 11,000 miles, $22,000 invested, selling for $16,000.

Contact Pete @ (602) 315-6950 FOR SALE:

2008 Harley Davidson Road Glide- 6,240 miles-lowering kit-travel packageAM/FM/WB/CD- 6 speed-Dark Blue Pearl-Corbin Solo and Stock Seat- asking $17,000. e-mail serious inquiries to: momac99@yahoo.com.